‘Heartbroken’ Rachel John leaves SA: ‘But what about Siya?’ ask Springboks fans… [WATCH]

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi bid farewell to Dutch influencer Rachel John with whom he is rumoured to be dating. Pictures: TikTok In the world of South African celebrity news, few stories capture public attention like the personal life of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi. Following his high-profile divorce from his ex-wife, Rachel Kolisi, in late 2024 after eight years of marriage, Kolisi has been linked to Dutch-Nigerian influencer Rachel John.

In the latest twist, John has packed her bags and jetted off to Amsterdam, leaving fans with only a cryptic clue as to what the future holds for the high-profile couple’s relationship. Since the double World Cup-winning Springboks skipper and the 25-year-old influencer werespotted cozying up courtsideat theATP finals in Italy in November, the pair have fueled widespread romance rumours. VIBIN’ 🕺@SiyaKolisibringing the party to the#NittoATPFinals!pic.twitter.com/NA0dmwTmDn In recent months, the couple was spotted together at thecurly-haired brunette’s birthday celebrationin Jeffreys Bay, where Kolisi’s attendance alongside John raised eyebrows and stoked online chatter.

Their relationship status was seemingly confirmed in Januarywhen the double World Cup-winning skipper and 25-year-old Dutch influencer were spotted together on abaecation at the Victoria Fallsin Zimbabwe. Unsurprisingly, fans and critics alike could not help but wonder how John’s move to her home country could impact their budding relationship. This as Siya will officially rejoin the Stormers in Cape Town for the new season in July.

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The Springboks captain previously explained that his move from the Sharks to his old club was motivated by the burly flanker’s desire to be with his children. Nicholas (11) and Keziah (9), as well as Siya’s younger siblings, live withhis former wife, Rachel Kolisi,in the Mother City.

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